directions

Step 1

In a large pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Add onions, sea salt and pepper. Sauté until onions are clear, about 3-5 minutes. Add celery, carrot, garlic, cumin, coriander and chili pepper. Stir and cook until veggies are soft. Add lentils. Stir until lentils are coated with oil.

Step 2

Add enough stock to cover lentils and vegetables. Cover pot and let simmer for 30-45 minutes, until lentils are soft and creamy. Add more stock if the soup is too thick. Remove from heat, add lemon juice and 1/2 cup of yogurt. Reheat slowly before serving. Garnish with remaining 1/2 cup of yogurt. Garnish with a dollop (2 tablespoons) or a swirl of yogurt with each serving.

Step 3

* For this dish we recommend using any color lentils except red, which have a different cook time. Should you prefer red lentils simply cook them for less time, until just soft and creamy.